Catalytic Convertor Problems of Acura MDX

Acura MDX owners have reported 4
problems related to catalytic convertor (under the engine and engine cooling category).
The most recently reported issues are listed below.
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statistics and reliability analysis of Acura MDX based on all problems reported for the MDX.

Catalytic Convertor problem of the 2004 Acura MDX
1

Failure Date: 02/25/2004

The Acuramdx that I bought is for model year 2004, there is kind of a loud droning noise from the exhaust system, that was identified by the reading Honda dealer and furthur confirmed by the mfg's rep, but the problem did not get fixed since the mfg. Has no fix for the problem and the mfg. Is not willing to adress the problem or solve it or refund the money.

Catalytic Convertor problem of the 2003 Acura MDX
2

Failure Date: 10/17/2003

Noxious odor inside and outside vehicle due to catalytic converter over working Acura insists this is normal and has advised us to continue driving car while causing my family to become nauseous from the odor. Manufacturer has advised us to pursue litigious means.

Catalytic Convertor problem of the 2003 Acura MDX
3

Failure Date: 07/16/2003

Noxious sulfur odor inside and outside the vehicle which is likely related to the catalytic converter. I was first advised that Acura knew of this problem which was related to a new pellet inside of the converter. Acura now says that there is no problem. I am being advised that this terrible odor is normal on this vehicle.

Catalytic Convertor problem of the 2003 Acura MDX
4

Failure Date: 01/31/2003

Noxious odor inside and outside of vehicle. Acura has refused to repair vehicle, insisting odor is normal. Catalytic converter has been replaced twice, problem still persists. Hydrogen sulfide is proven to cause damage to the respiratory system. Smell has not subsided. Acura refuses to repair to customer satisfaction. Dealership has tried to help but Acura corp. Will not allow them to go any further. Car now has 15, 000 miles and still has persistent odor coming from catalytic converter. Acura has advised us to pursue litigious means.